Sanicula crassicaulis

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Pacific sanicle, snakeroot

A hardy understory perennial, 1-3 ft. tall

Attractive in a woodland garden. Prefers coarse, sandy loam, but can survive in clay.

It is native to the west coast of North America from British Columbia to Baja California, where it can be found in many types of habitat, including mountain slopes, grassland, and woodlands.

Little yellow flowers March – June

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Sun: Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Drought Tolerant

 

Ecological Value

Potentially-valuable species for rehabilitation of Garry oak meadow and outcrop ecosystems.

Container

4", 4"-n, 4"S, D-16

Historical Uses

Used as a Miwok drug. A poultice of leaves was used for rattlesnake bites and other wounds.

Distribution

It is native to the west coast of North America from British Columbia to Baja California

Elevation

Between 0 and 4500 feet

Communities
Habitat

Mountain slopes, grassland, and woodlands